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Seeking advice on this Vintage Speedy 145022-69 ST please
May 05, 2008,20:07 PM - (view entire thread)

By: arif (registered)  |  PM
Posts: 37
Greetings guys.

I need some help for what might possibly be my first Omega. I always wanted to own a Speedmaster since long, drawn by its history and great design, regard it as one of the best looking watch ever produced.

Recently an opportunity comes to get a vintage 145022-69ST from a friend. The cal.816 movement's serial number is 31,31X,XXX. Its not in the best of conditions, with some rusting on the case and the discolored hands (is it possible because of the tropical condition we live in? South East Asia), but the raised dial heavily attracted me.

I literally know almost nothing about Omegas and the vintages, so what I did are mostly web-based research. With respect with the seller, I'm quite aware there are many put-together Omegas out there.

Based on my web findings and close inspection, my conclusion is that the hands might have been changed (paints chipping near the middle pinion part? Or is it natural?), and the bracelet is not correct for the model. Biggest question is regarding the authenticity of the dial, since I haven't found that type of cal.321 era dial without the applied Omega logo, but printed instead - might it possibly be a "transitional" dial? Looking it through a loupe, the logo seems crisp and consistent with other parts of the dial - looks genuine to me. Anything else is quite vague to me. I would very much value your opinions please.

Here are some pictures I took with the kind permission of the seller:


















One more thing: is it possible to have the watch taken to Omega and restore it with its original parts? i.e.: tritium hands, replace midcase, etc -- or just to leave it as it is?

Thanks in advance for your help.

Best regards,
Arif

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